Question: What''s the difference between a standard coax crimper and a compression coax crimper?

Answer: The standard crimper (hex crimp) compresses the outer walls of a connectors barrel onto the inserted cable jacket into a hexagonal shape.

A compression connector has a plastic inner insertion sleeve the compresses the jacket of the cable between the inner and outer walls of the connector barrel. The compression tool compresses the insert with the cable jacket into place.

You can not use a standard connector with a compression crimper or visa versa.

Cons: Doesn't do the RCA style connector that I bought it for. I'm sure it's great for other connectors. I like the way it's constructed.

Overall, it seems like nice construction. I hope to use it soon.

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Rating: (10 out of 10)

Reviewer: BPB from Birmingham, AL

2/28/2014 7:55:15 PM

Great tool for pro installation

Pros: Really the only way to go for coax installation cheaper tools just don't cut it

Cons: Takes some getting used to, and maybe some pliers to open once in a while

It took some getting used to for me to get the technique down for using this, but I had messed up several coaxial connectors using a cheaper tool. Once you know what you're doing with this tool, you'll almost never foul up a connector. I highly recommend this - and an additional pack of connectors at first to "practice" on!

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Rating: (5 out of 10)

Reviewer: All thumbs from Birmingham, AL

1/17/2014 11:16:17 AM

Decent tool if you're a pro

Pros: Solid feel and construction, probably very durable

Cons: Not for beginners instructions aren't translated to English all that well

Let me say that while I can crimp CAT5e/CAT6 cables in my sleep, I'm a total novice when it comes to coaxial cable. If this describes you, don't get this tool. I got it to go with PID 9910 and I never got it to work. It jammed shut and I destroyed the BNC connector getting it back open the first try. I tried again and it bent both ends of the BNC connector and refused to unlock/unlatch. The packaging is labeled "Compassion Tool" instead of "Compression Tool", and the instructions with it aren't much better.
If you're already a pro with BNC connectors and RG-59 cable, and you need a solid tool, this is probably for you. If you're a novice to coaxial cable and have a one-time job, get something else.

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Rating: (10 out of 10)

Reviewer: Soren Stoutner from Wickenburg, AZ

9/13/2013 3:32:23 PM

Great Crimping Toold

This is a great crimping tool.

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Rating: (10 out of 10)

Reviewer: Doug from Iowa City, IA

8/5/2013 9:38:50 AM

Works great

Pros: Does exactly what it says

Cons: None I can find

It just works. First tool I've ever own to make my own coax cable. If I knew it was this easy, I would have bought one long ago.

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